Horus Heresy Tarantulas and rapiers on pre order June 14th

[Xirix]

I've wanted both these lads in plastic since Imperial Armour Volume 2, glad I can finally get my hands on them. :)

[Mmmmm Napalm]

18 hours ago, Corswain said:

It looks like a couple of them have holstered bolt guns - I am keen to add those to my bits box.

I had the same thought. Also, there's one that's unholstered and slung over the arm:

 

Looks like the Tigris pattern bolter hasn't undergone too many changes, much like its pistol counterpart. The front handguard looks a bit bulkier than the bolters in the 2015 Mk. IV tac squad, but from this angle i don't notice any other substantial differences.

[The Praetorian of Inwit]

I'm not a fan of Rapiers but in the beautiful yellow of the VIIth they do look good. The Astartes themselves are quite interesting. Could be good for bits and using to mix up other Squads. 

[01RTB01]

https://www.warhammer-community.com/en-gb/articles/uhpg6wrx/rapiers-and-tarantulas-painted-by-members-of-the-warhammer-design-studio/

 

What do we think, 50/60mm bases?

[Nephaston]

I quite like them on 60mm, but 50mm might be less obstructive, strictly gameplay-wise

 

[01RTB01]

57 minutes ago, Nephaston said:

I quite like them on 60mm, but 50mm might be less obstructive, strictly gameplay-wise

 

 

I must confess I hadn't twigged there were examples of both in the article. Tis very early here still lol.

 

On this basis it'll be 60s. They look much better for it. The 50s look too small. Also means the rapiers should be bigger than the current resin versions and this would also explain the price point too.

 

I've gone for 2 sets of the laser destroyers personally. 

[Deus_Ex_Machina]

On 6/13/2025 at 5:49 PM, 01RTB01 said:

https://www.warhammer-community.com/en-gb/articles/uhpg6wrx/rapiers-and-tarantulas-painted-by-members-of-the-warhammer-design-studio/

 

What do we think, 50/60mm bases?

Bigger base means you have more room to put tufts on. In addition your texture base paint shines more because on a smaller base most of it is obstructed by the weapon platform.

 

Why has the Consul radioactive Fallout goop on his hammer?

[Lord Marshal]

5 minutes ago, Deus_Ex_Machina said:

Why has the Consul radioactive Fallout goop on his hammer?

 

Graviton glow I think; Iron Warriors and all that.

[soviet1337]

On 6/13/2025 at 5:51 PM, 01RTB01 said:

 

I must confess I hadn't twigged there were examples of both in the article. Tis very early here still lol.

 

On this basis it'll be 60s. They look much better for it. The 50s look too small. Also means the rapiers should be bigger than the current resin versions and this would also explain the price point too.

 

I've gone for 2 sets of the laser destroyers personally. 

 

I think I want to put mine on ovals, with the crew and gun all together. 105mm x 70mm seems about right. 

 

 

 

[01RTB01]

1 hour ago, Deus_Ex_Machina said:

Bigger base means you have more room to put tufts on. In addition your texture base paint shines more because on a smaller base most of it is obstructed by the weapon platform.

 

Why has the Consul radioactive Fallout goop on his hammer?

 

When I initially looked I hadn't realised they had some on 50s and some on the 60s. I've grabbed 60mm bases for mine. Larger bases look better for sure. 

[Corswain]

On 6/14/2025 at 1:49 AM, 01RTB01 said:

https://www.warhammer-community.com/en-gb/articles/uhpg6wrx/rapiers-and-tarantulas-painted-by-members-of-the-warhammer-design-studio/

 

What do we think, 50/60mm bases?

Box comes with 60mm so that's probably what we'll see the most of. 

Not sure if I'll base them at all.

[01RTB01]

2 minutes ago, Corswain said:

Box comes with 60mm so that's probably what we'll see the most of. 

Not sure if I'll base them at all.

Thanks for that, based on GW's official images that wasn't clear they came with any. 

 

I've cancelled my 60mm base order.

 

I'll base as it makes transport easier as I magnetise all my bases.

[Nephaston]

What a strange coincidence.

[Xirix]

Neat, should be able to easily make some early Razorbacks too.

[roryokane]

8 hours ago, Xirix said:

Neat, should be able to easily make some early Razorbacks too.

Volkite razorbacks, even. ;)

[Brofist]

Anybody got an idea of how those tarantula turret missiles compare in size to a deredeo missile launcher?

[Naryn]

Deeply disappointed there isn't a grumpy marine poking his head out of the Whirlwind six inches in front of the launchers like in the old metal WW. 

[Nephaston]

11 hours ago, Naryn said:

Deeply disappointed there isn't a grumpy marine poking his head out of the Whirlwind six inches in front of the launchers like in the old metal WW. 

 

Gotta grab this beauty from the command sprue for maximum grump.

[roryokane]

3 hours ago, Nephaston said:

 

Gotta grab this beauty from the command sprue for maximum grump.

"I fought on both Isstvans and all I got was this crappy bionic" vibes.

[Firedrake Cordova]

On 6/14/2025 at 11:21 PM, Nephaston said:

What a strange coincidence.

Is the turret ring on the Scorpius the same size as the one on the Rhino/Razorback kit? (I want to make Razorbacks and Whirlwinds for the 40K vehicles as I prefer the look of these parts to the regular ones)

Edited June 19 by Firedrake Cordova

[Brofist]

On 6/19/2025 at 7:22 AM, Firedrake Cordova said:

Is the turret ring on the Scorpius the same size as the one on the Rhino/Razorback kit? (I want to make Razorbacks and Whirlwinds for the 40K vehicles as I prefer the look of these parts to the regular ones)

Yes, its the same size as the rhino/razorback kit. Also the same size as the OOP tarantulas

[Firedrake Cordova]

19 minutes ago, Brofist said:

Yes, its the same size as the rhino/razorback kit. Also the same size as the OOP tarantulas

Thanks!  

[Xenith]

On 6/8/2025 at 10:44 PM, Lupercals chosen said:

Retro 2nd ed whirlwind here we come...

Didn't they actually show artwork of a retro multiple rocket whirlwind model in one of the previews? Id hold off until we know whether it'll get released soon!

[Firedrake Cordova]

4 hours ago, Xenith said:

Didn't they actually show artwork of a retro multiple rocket whirlwind model in one of the previews? Id hold off until we know whether it'll get released soon!

This?